Accessing Online Resources

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On-Campus Access to Online Resources

UCLA subscription databases can be accessed on all three campus Wi-Fi networks while on campus. Wi-Fi is available in most UCLA Library buildings. The networks eduroam and UCLA_WIFI require a UCLA Logon ID, while UCLA_WEB is public and does not require a log-in.

For more information about connecting to Wi-Fi on campus, please visit the UCLA IT Support Center's Wireless Network Access pages.(opens in a new tab)

Eduroam

Eduroam(opens in a new tab) is a global roaming wireless service for higher education. If your device is set up to use the eduroam network at UCLA, you can connect to eduroam at any participating institution(opens in a new tab).

Connecting from Off-Campus for Students, Staff and Faculty

Current students, faculty and staff can access Library subscription resources off-campus. This can be done through our virtual private network (VPN) or proxy server. The proxy server and the VPN require a UCLA Logon ID(opens in a new tab) and multi-factor authentication (MFA) enrollment(opens in a new tab). Please contact the UCLA IT Support Center(opens in a new tab) if you have problems setting up either one.

Each of the off-campus access resources works differently:

Proxy Server(opens in a new tab): A web browser setting that diverts users to a UCLA logon page whenever they access a site for which UCLA has a subscription.
VPN(opens in a new tab): A program you can download and install. You will have access to Library materials once you log on with the VPN software.
MFA(opens in a new tab): An additional layer of security for systems, such as Duo Mobile.

Students and Staff in Professional Schools

Students and staff at certain professional schools should use the following connection methods. These methods provide access to additional resources.

Mednet VPN(opens in a new tab): Offers a software VPN (like the campus-wide one) and a WebVPN (login via browser window).
- Users from Veterans Affairs West Los Angeles Medical Center need to use the VPN to access library resources from off-campus. The VA national network does not allow proxy access.
UCLA School of Law Remote Access Options
UCLA Anderson School of Management Proxy Server(opens in a new tab)

Visiting Scholars & Special Programs

Individuals considered UCLA Guests/Affiliates are NOT automatically eligible for BOL services(opens in a new tab) (including Campus VPN) even if they are able to obtain a BruinCard. If you are unsure of your eligibility status or believe you should be eligible for access please contact the IT Support Center for further assistance at help@it.ucla.edu.

Instructional Videos

Watch the four videos below to learn how to set up a VPN or proxy server.

VPN on Mac

Set up your computer for off-campus access to Library resources using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) on Mac.

VPN on Windows

Set up your computer for off-campus access to Library resources using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) on Windows.

Proxy on Mac

Set up your computer for off-campus access to Library resources using the Proxy Server with Safari on Mac.

VPN on Chromebook

Set up your computer for off-campus access to Library resources using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) on Chromebook.

Associated Topics

Wi-Fi Access
Learn how to connect to wireless in UCLA Library buildings and the rest of campus.

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